Briefs: Learn local geology at Earthquake Walk
At 9 a.m. April 20, join geologists from Pacific Geotechnical Engineering on an informative Walk & Talk Tour through downtown Hollister and get up close and personal with the famous Calavares Fault.
New website announced for water project
The Hollister Urban Area Water Project, a collaborative effort under way to deliver high-quality water to the entire Hollister community, has established a website designed to inform the public about the details of the project and keep them up to date as the process proceeds. The page is located at: www.HollisterWaterProject.com.
Water officials tour plant sites, get briefing
City leaders, members of local water boards and agency staff participated in a tour and overview of the Hollister area's water system recently, getting a first-hand look at the community's major water source, seeing how the water is treated and transported, and learning about planned improvements, according to the Water Resources Association of San Benito County.
Updated: County sides with city on fire deal
Several residents from around the county and representatives from one major employer in San Juan Bautista expressed concern over the direction county fire service could take Tuesday morning as the San Benito County supervisors reviewed proposals from Hollister and Calfire for consolidated services.
First 5 playgroups use storyteller to teach parents, children
When Robert LaBatte speaks he has a soft voice, but it is one that easily commands the attention of others as he shares the tales he has collected from Native American tribes in 45 states. He recently recounted three stories for an audience at R.O. Hardin School, which included children and their parents, as part of the First 5 San Benito's family playgroup program.
Descendant of T.S. Hawkins turns 90
Ask Bill Hawkins where he was born and he won’t say San Benito County – he says he was born in a San Francisco hospital and started his life in North County when he was two weeks old. But he has spent most of his 90 years dedicated to his family ranch and public service.
Police agencies to host ‘Drug Take Back’ event
The San Benito County Sheriff’s Office and the Hollister Police Department are partnering with the Drug Enforcement Administration to host a Drug Take Back event April 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., according to a statement from police.
Hot Ticket April 5, 2013
Blue Man Group: The Blue Man Group plays through Sunday at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Blvd, San Jose. Details: (408) 792-4111 or visit broadwaysanjose.com.
